Since 1936, the annual Sports Star of the Year awards ceremony has honored student and professional athletes around Washington state. This year, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett has been nominated for the Male Sports Star of the Year.
“Wide receiver Tyler Lockett stepped into the role of Seattle’s No. 1 receiver and came up big,” the Seattle Sports Commission notes on the ballot. “Despite suffering a serious leg injury and battling the flu, Lockett led the team in receptions and receiving yards, and tied for the lead in touchdown catches. He was Russell Wilson’s favorite target in the clutch.”
Lockett will be competing against Washington midfielder Blake Bodily, Washington State running back Max Borghi, Gonzaga forward Rui Hachimura, Sounders forward Raúl Ruidíaz and Washington guard Matisse Thybulle for the honor.
The voting is now closed and the winner will be revealed live during the 85th Annual MTRWestern Sports Star of the Year awards banquet on February 6 at The Westin Seattle.
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